St. Michael, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, St. Michael, Pennsylvania had a total population of 431, the 1416th largest community in Pennsylvania. The poverty rate is 6.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 3.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
St. Michael Quick Facts
How St. Michael Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 349 | 431 | +23.5% |
How St. Michael Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
St. Michael Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Cambria County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johnstown | 18,087 | $37,888 | 31.9% | $45,400 |
| Westmont | 4,855 | $108,988 | 7.8% | $180,800 |
| Elim | 3,759 | $65,482 | 5.8% | $113,000 |
| Northern Cambria | 3,494 | $54,673 | 29.2% | $93,100 |
| Ebensburg | 3,321 | $58,179 | 9.5% | $174,700 |
| Belmont | 2,618 | $69,146 | 8.5% | $144,900 |
| Nanty-Glo | 2,598 | $51,604 | 19.5% | $83,700 |
| Geistown | 2,507 | $63,958 | 6.9% | $154,700 |
| Portage | 2,495 | $45,556 | 23.2% | $94,800 |
| Southmont | 2,059 | $73,400 | 9.3% | $125,800 |
Cities Similar to St. Michael
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria | 430 | $71,875 | $155,000 | 31.7% | 19.5% |
| Arnot | 430 | $93,750 | $121,900 | 15.1% | 12.3% |
| Stonerstown | 430 | $62,614 | $139,700 | 36.7% | 6.8% |
| Farwell | 429 | $49,467 | $176,700 | 15.7% | 5.1% |
| Grampian | 429 | $40,000 | $69,300 | 19.2% | 26.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 431, St. Michael's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
St. Michael is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Cambria County. The total population is 431. It ranks as the 1416th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in St. Michael is 41.6 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 6.7%. This is 43% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The survey records no unemployed residents in St. Michael, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 86.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 25% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
St. Michael has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.1% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 1.9%. The Black or African American population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 10.3%.
Education
3.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 90% lower than the state rate of 35.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 93.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for St. Michael, Pennsylvania is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Pennsylvania state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of St. Michael, Pennsylvania?
St. Michael, Pennsylvania has a population of 431 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in St. Michael, PA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for St. Michael — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in St. Michael, PA?
The poverty rate in St. Michael is 6.7%. This means approximately 29 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of St. Michael, Pennsylvania?
St. Michael's population is 98.1% White, 1.9% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in St. Michael, PA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for St. Michael — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is St. Michael, Pennsylvania?
3.5% of adults (25+) in St. Michael hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.